Thermal Evaporation Thin Film Deposition System

The government authority located in Troy, Alabama is seeking a vendor to provide a thermal evaporation thin film deposition system. This system will support teaching and research applications involving thin-film deposition of metal contacts and top electrodes for semiconductors, optoelectronics, sensors, solar cells, flexible electronics, and energy-harvesting devices. The scope of work covers a general system configuration, a process chamber and vacuum system, thermal evaporation sources and power supplies, and a substrate fixture with mask compatibility and uniformity. The requested system must also include thickness monitoring, rate control, software, safety features, utility connections, and compliance standards. Additionally, the agency requires installation, training, warranty coverage, and system documentation. Only onshore organizations based in the United States are eligible to participate in this procurement. The performance of the work will take place offsite. The agency is looking for budget proposals from bidders, and all questions must be submitted no later than June 4, 2026.